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S749 CGX

1998 Honda CBR1000F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

59,206 mi
Last recorded59,206 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR1000F28,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS749 CGX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR1000F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 59,206 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 58,516 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 58,125 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 57,172 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm at front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear cut in tyre

Pass 2 Feb 2022 56,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 56,165 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 55,609 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 55,361 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 54,898 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 54,179 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 53,870 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 53,690 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 53,164 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 52,134 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 50,293 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 49,682 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2011 48,043 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2010 46,964 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 45,953 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 44,832 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2008 44,821 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2007 44,821 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 44,214 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR1000F?

Based on 32,075 MOT tests across 3,532 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 632
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 587
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 557
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 328
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 293
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S749 CGX is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 28,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR1000F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S749 CGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR1000F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S749 CGX registered?

S749 CGX is a 1998 Honda CBR1000F, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S749 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S749 CGX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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